Current Obituaries
David Alan Kinder
Jan 22, 2024
David Alan Kinder passed away suddenly on Monday January 22, 2024 at the age of 77. Dave was born on September 25, 1946 in Middletown, Ohio to Jack and Cecelia Kinder. Dave attended Fenwick High School where he loved sports but excelled at basketball. Before graduating in 1965, Dave co-captained the school’s basketball team. Dave went on to attend Bellarmine...
April Joy Helton
Jan 21, 2024
April Joy Helton, 60, of Middletown, passed away on Sunday, January 21, 2024 at Atrium Medical Center. She was born in Batesville, IN on April 16, 1963 to Lundy Ray and Janice Sue (Richmond) Helton, but was raised by Clarence E. and Janice Sue (Richmond) Taylor.April was a graduate of Madison High School where she participated in Volleyball, Track and...
Ronald G. Wood
Jan 16, 2024
Ronald Gordon Wood (aka “Pidge” or “Woody”) passed away on January 16, 2024 at the age of 79. Ron is survived by Mary, his wife of 59 years, his children, Laurie and Scott (Liz), and grandchildren: Tucker, Trent, Tessa, Tate and Tori. He is also survived by many other family members and special friends. He is preceded in death...
John M. Oldfield
Jan 14, 2024
John M. Oldfield, 81, of Middletown, passed away on Sunday, January 14, 2024 at Atrium Medical Center. He was born in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky on November 18, 1942 to parents, Curtis and Molly (Crockett) Oldfield.
John graduated from Monroe High School and went on to work as a strand operator for Armco Steel Corporation. John enjoyed spending time outdoors,...
Betty J. Sweet
Jan 14, 2024
Betty J. Sweet, 91, of Franklin, passed away on Sunday, January 14, 2024 at Ohio's Hospice of Butler & Warren Counties, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born in Middletown on April 3, 1932 to parents, Charles Clay and Pearl Esther (Stamper) Richardson.
Betty enjoyed being outdoors, whether going to garage sales, taking walks or fishing....
Nancy D. Litsakos
Jan 9, 2024
Nancy D. Litsakos, 90, of Middletown, passed away on Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at Miami Valley Hospital. She was born in Middletown on August 16, 1933 in Middletown to parents, Arthur Clay & Lector Spencer.
Nancy dedicated her time to making a loving home for her family. She had a knack for making everyone feel welcome. Nancy had a...
Richard K. Weaver Sr.
Jan 8, 2024
Richard K. Weaver Sr., 83, of Middletown, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, January 8, 2024 at his home. He was born in Washingtonville, Ohio on March 15, 1940 to parents, Edwin and Catherine (Gower) Weaver, both of whom preceded him in death.
Richard proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corp. He then had a long career...
Sandra Rae Faulkner
Jan 4, 2024
Sandra Rae (Pitts) Faulkner’s journey in this life ended on January 4, 2024. Sandy was born on June 1, 1944 in Frenchburg, Kentucky to Ray and Mary (Williams) Pitts.
Sandy moved to Middletown, Ohio with her family in 1950 and is a 1963 graduate from Lemon-Monroe High School. In 1966, Sandy graduated from the University of Louisville’s Dental Hygienist...
Louis Christy
Jan 4, 2024
Louis Christy, 87, of Middletown died on January 4, 2024 with his wife by his side.
A longtime resident and community leader, Lou was a member of Middletown Rotary for decades, serving in several leadership roles including president of the Rotary Foundation. He was still an active volunteer at Middletown Atrium, with his final shift just last week in...
Martha Jane Young
Jan 3, 2024
Martha J. "Marty" Young, 91, formerly of Middletown, passed away on Wednesday, January 3, 2024, at Stoney Ridge Senior Living in Miamisburg, Ohio. She was born in Preble County, Ohio on January 18, 1932, to parents, Russel and Fern (House) Horn.
As a proud graduate of Miami University, Marty’s love of children was seen throughout her brief but rewarding...
Donna J. Lange
Jan 2, 2024
Donna J. Lange, 93, of Trenton, passed away on Tuesday, January 2, 2024 at Hawthorn Glen Senior Living Campus. She was born in Piqua, Ohio on December 26, 1930, one of 14 children to parents, Archie and Ruth (Pickering) Berry.
Donna retired from the general offices of Armco/AK Steel after 15 years of service. She enjoyed line dancing and...
Claire L. Ansberry
Dec 30, 2023
Claire L. Ansberry, 89, of Trenton, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 30, 2023 at her home. She was born in North Vernon, Indiana on November 2, 1934 to her parents, Homer & Loretta (Miller) Ogden.
Claire had worked as a 4th grade teacher in the Edgewood City Schools for 17 years where she enjoyed spending time with her students....
Constance A. "Connie" Clevenger
Dec 29, 2023
Constance A. “Connie” Clevenger, 82, passed away at her residence on Friday, December 29, 2023. She was born on December 21, 1941 in Middletown to John Louis & Mary Elizabeth (Shyers) Neu.
Connie received her Master’s Degree in Nursing and worked as a Nurse for over 40 years.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and a brother,...
L. Bruce Barnes, DDS
Dec 28, 2023
Bruce Barnes, 93, Monroe, passed away peacefully in his sleep December 28, 2023. His devoted wife of 70 years, Neila, and daughter were with him in the end. A long-time resident of Middletown, Bruce and his wife moved to Mt. Pleasant Retirement Community in 2012.
Born March 12, 1930 in Columbus, Ohio, Bruce grew up and attended public schools....
Mary Kathleen Menninger
Dec 27, 2023
Mary Kathleen “Kate, Kathy” (Cameron) Menninger, age 81, of Trenton, Ohio entered peacefully into eternal rest at Ohio’s Hospice of Butler & Warren Counties on Wednesday, December 27, 2023 (the Feast of St. John the Evangelist in the Octave of Christmas) well-fortified by her lifelong deep, abiding Catholic faith. Born October 23, 1942 to Francis and Mary Cameron of...
Kathleen Hendrixson
Dec 27, 2023
Kathleen "Kathy" Hendrixson, 67, of Monroe, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, December 27, 2023 at her home. She was born in Cincinnati on June 2, 1956 to parents, James and Esther Marie (Kilburn) Keene, both of whom preceded her in death.
Kathy had worked as an administrative assistant in both the education and retail industries. She loved going to...
Coleen L. Begley
Dec 24, 2023
Coleen L. Begley, 90, of Middletown, passed away on Sunday, December 24, 2023 at home, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born in Allais, Kentucky on October 11, 1933, the daughter of John and Molly (Boggs) Gross.
Coleen graduated from Hazard High School in Kentucky. She was a woman of strong faith, who enjoyed gospel music...
Richard L. Barnette Sr.
Dec 23, 2023
Richard Lee Barnette Sr., 76, of Camden, Ohio was sadly taken from this Earth at 6:17 p.m. on December 23rd 2023. Richard was born in Frenchburg, Kentucky on April 13th 1947 to Orbie Denzil Barnette and Opal Lee Klatt Barnette.
Richard is survived by his five children, Noel (Jeff) Barnette Norman, Tiffany (David) Dinn, Joel (Emily) Barnette and Richard...
Douglas E. Leppich
Dec 23, 2023
Douglas E. Leppich, 79, of Middletown, passed away on Saturday, December 23, 2023 at Ohio's Hospice of Butler & Warren Counties. He was born in Sioux Falls, South Dakota on April 12, 1944, to parents, Paul Edward and Gladys Irene (Andersen) Leppich.
Doug had worked in the mortgage division of PNC Bank, retiring in 2012.
Doug loved his family...
Michael P. Ploetz
Dec 19, 2023
Michael Paul Ploetz, age 75, of Middletown, Ohio passed away on December 19, 2023, peacefully at home surrounded by his family. He was born on April 12, 1948 in Mariemont, Ohio, the son of Robert and Jean (Peter) Ploetz.
Mike attended Brunnerdale Seminary High School in Canton, Ohio and received a BA degree from Saint Joseph College in...
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